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Inspiring healthy food choices. Fueling the minds of the future. Food Service Management Company

02/09/2026

On Friday, 2nd grade students at Vermillion School District Elementary celebrated Pioneer Day! Each year, our team purchases baskets and bandanas to create “Laura Ingalls Wilder” style lunches for them. Each 2nd grader gets to keep the baskets and bandanas, as well. What a fun tradition!

02/06/2026

Addison Blankenship has been on our team at Worth County Tiger Talk for a little over a year now and we couldn't be happier. We're proud to feature her as our Friday Face this week!

Addison is an amazing big sister, mother, and college student who is studying to be a teacher. She loves cows, babies, and Jesus.

"Addi is very hardworking and determined," said Food Service Director Angela Kelley. "She keeps an impeccably clean kitchen and loves to decorate for holidays!" Thanks for living our values each day, Addison -- you are appreciated!

02/04/2026

Our teams at Sacred Heart School, Mater Dei School and Holy Cross School celebrated 100 days of school with students yesterday! They gave out themed pencils and fruit shaped erasers, and the kids really loved their bobbly headbands. Way to go, team!

02/03/2026

We are excited to welcome Andy Merideth to the Lunchtime team as a Regional Director of Business Development!

Andy has worked in the K-12 sales space for many years, partnering with school administration in many facets including curriculum and supplies. He also formerly worked as a teacher and a counselor in a high school for 14 years. We're confident Andy's infectious energy and positivity will resonate with our administration.

Andy lives in Vermillion, SD, with his family, just a short drive north of our General Office in North Sioux City, SD. Please join us in welcoming Andy to the Lunchtime team!

02/03/2026

What a cute way to celebrate National Catholic Schools Week! Many thanks to our team for helping make lunch special -- we love it!

01/30/2026

Kitchen Manager Jessica Brown has worked in every school at Columbus Public Schools District over the past 7 years, but her students at Kramer Education Center know her best. We're proud to feature her as our Friday Face this week!

Jessica is a big Husker and Harry Potter fan. She has a 5-year-old son who is the center of her world.

"Jessica has made incredible contributions to our team," said Food Service Director Christina Nielsen. "She embraces challenges with a positive attitude and is always willing to try new things. Jessica has trained nearly every elementary Kitchen Manager and even received compliments from the state on her outstanding paperwork organization skills. Her dedication to our work and the children we serve truly shines through." Thank you, Jessica, for being a fantastic role model and embodying the Values We Live. You are appreciated!

01/29/2026

Our team at Dakota Valley School District had a blast with North Sioux City Police Department Officer Daniel Luna yesterday! He helped serve lunch with Christine and Caitlyn at the High School -- thank you for your time, Officer Luna!

01/27/2026

Please join us in congratulating Nic Lucart on his promotion to Regional Director of Business Development!

Since joining Lunchtime as an Area Director in April 2018, Nic has led with a customer-first mindset, contributed to several committees and project teams including the Safety Squad and Wisdom Wednesday Committee, and built strong relationships with schools and school administration. We are excited to see what he accomplishes in this new role. Congratulations, Nic!

01/26/2026

Lunchtime Solutions is proud to announce the promotion of Sara DeAnda to Vice President of Human Resources! DeAnda joined Lunchtime Solutions 7 years ago as Director of Human Resources and has 17 years of HR experience across multiple industries, including construction, government, unions, banking, and retail. She previously led HR strategy at Klinger Companies, Inc., holds a master’s degree in human resource management from Briar Cliff University, and maintains an active SHRM-CP professional HR certification through the Society of Human Resource Managers (SHRM).

“Sara has been a valuable member of our management team for several years, and we are pleased she will now serve as a senior company executive,” said Tammy Coyle, President. “Her innovative HR strategies and commitment to a people-first culture have transformed team member engagement and development, creating a more values-driven environment across our company.”

As Vice President of Human Resources, DeAnda will join the company’s Board of Directors and continue leading company-wide people initiatives, including employee relations, compensation and recruitment strategies, and talent development. Please help us congratulate Sara!

01/23/2026

Debbie Barnes brings so much joy into the kitchen as part of our team at Wabasha-Kellogg School District #811. She's actually been at Wabasha schools for 7 years total, joining Lunchtime when we partnered with the school. We're proud to feature her as our Friday Face this week!

Debbie comes from a large family with 8 siblings. She stays busy outside of work with her grandchildren. She also enjoys puzzles and reading. She's been married to her husband, Craig, for more than 20 years.

"Debbie is a wonderful person and an excellent co-worker," said Food Service Director Jena Schaefer. "She is always willing to help whenever she is asked. She has cross trained on multiple positions and helped train new hires throughout the years. She follows the Values We Live and helps others follow them as well." Thank you, Debbie, for all you do -- you are appreciated!

01/22/2026

Lunchtime Solutions is proud to announce the promotion of Tammy Coyle to President! Tammy joined the company in 2016, bringing extensive experience in accounting, finance, and operations to Lunchtime Solutions. She has steadily advanced through leadership roles, including Director of Operations, Vice President of Operations, and Executive Vice President.

Her leadership has improved operational efficiencies, standardized best practices, and supported high customer satisfaction during a time of changing school nutrition regulations and evolving district needs. “Tammy has been a key part of our success and a valued team member since she joined the company ten years ago. She has played a pivotal role in our significant growth, and her insights as a member of the Board of Directors have been invaluable. I congratulate Tammy on her well-deserved promotion to President,” said Amy Lundgren, current CEO and Chairperson.

Amy, who joined Lunchtime Solutions in 2000 and has served as President, CEO, and Chairperson since 2014, will step back from daily executive duties but will remain engaged as CEO and Chairperson of the Board.

Please help us congratulate Tammy!

01/16/2026

Everyone needs someone like Sue Henry on their team! Sue has been a Kitchen Helper on our team at Lake City Public Schools Bluff View Elementary for more than 3 years, preparing the unlimited fruit and veggie bar for close to 500 students each day, then helping serve lunch and clean up. She is a joy to work with and one of the hardest working people we know. We're proud to feature her as our Friday Face this week!

Some fun facts about Sue: She spends lots of time with her six rescue kitties. Her favorite colors are pink and purple. And she loves to take her black Trans Am for rides in the country.

"From the minute she punches in to the minute she leaves, she is always busy and productive," said Food Service Director Jessica Schmidt. "She has built great relationships with the students who come through her line—often knowing what they’re going to choose before they even say it. Despite all the changes we’ve had this year, Sue hasn’t let it slow her down. She continues to adapt to new ways of doing things and is always willing to answer questions or help when needed." Thank you for living our values each day, Sue -- you are appreciated!

Address

391 W. Steamboat Drive
Dakota Dunes, SD
57049

Telephone

+16052350939

Website

http://www.lunchtimesolutions.com/

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